Walschaerts Valve Gear Explained

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Walschaerts Valve Gear Explained

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I have just watched this very interesting video and i thought i would share the link with you all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7NABUk ... WL&index=5
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Thank you, a good demonstration, and I learned something about the mid position .
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Fascinating to watch. Amazing piece of design engineering and so clearly explained. R-
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I was impressed i never understood until now how it worked. It was part of the "dark arts" :lol:
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Thank you for posting that. Have to admit I didn’t have a clue how it worked, I just knew it was there.
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Fascinating indeed. Thanks for the link, very well displayed :) .
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It is interesting.
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I was amazed and fascinated in equal amounts. Thank you for sharing.
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